Trapper's Station

Basecamp Trapper’s Station is located about 10 kilometres (6 miles) from the edge of Longyearbyen.

Here you can discover how seal and reindeer trappers lived in the wilderness long ago. Buildings at the Trapper’s Station are replicas of old stations in Svalbard. Here you can browse the many pictures, books, artefacts and hunting equipment – some of which are still used in some parts of the archipelago.

Take a moment to soak in the peaceful and relaxed atmosphere.

You’ll also notice 90 Alaskan huskies trained for dog sledding, or “mushing”, here. Your dog sledding excursions will leave from Trapper’s Station. The hard-working dogs will lead your sled through the wild landscapes and into scenery that looks straight out of a movie.